Recorded violations per inspection
- This provider
- 0.38
- Local median
- 0.37
Green Shoots Academy North
1002 Avenue L, Fort Pierce, FL 34950
- License:
- C19SL0185
- Type:
- Child Care Facility
- Status:
- Licensed
- Records checked:
- July 13, 2026
Additional info
- Programs and services:
- School Readiness, VPK, After School, Before School, Food Served, Full Day, Half Day
- Hours:
- Mon-Fri: 7:00AM to 5:30PM; Sat-Sun: Closed
- Capacity:
- 61
- License expiration:
- June 14, 2027
Typical cost: $1,300 - $1,382 (Under 1)
Child’s age
$1,300 - $1,382/mo
Median daily rate: $60.00 - $63.80
Official Florida Division of Early Learning St. Lucie County data.
Not this provider’s price.
Inspection snapshot
Questions worth asking
The available records raise questions worth asking before enrolling.
Next: Review the inspection history below and ask the provider what the records mean and what changed afterward.
Latest inspectionMay 6, 2026
Latest inspection with no recorded violationsMay 6, 2026
Summary
This summary covers 13 available inspections for Green Shoots Academy North from January 12, 2023 through May 6, 2026.
Three inspections recorded violations, with five recorded violations in total.
The most recent recorded violation was on May 22, 2024 and involved recordkeeping, with a due date of June 13, 2024.
Background screening was a higher-concern topic that showed up in one inspection.
Seven later inspections, from May 23, 2024 through May 6, 2026, showed no recorded violations, but the records do not say whether they were formal follow-ups.
At a glance
- Total inspections
- 13
- Recorded violations
- 5
- Higher-concern violations
- 2
- Repeated topics
- 0
3 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
0 in last 12 months
Last 36 months
Local comparison
13 total inspections vs 11 local median in 34950
Compared to 28 local facilities
Inspections with higher-concern violations
- This provider
- 8%
- Local median
- 8%
Inspections with recorded violations
- This provider
- 23%
- Local median
- 25%
Repeated topics
- This provider
- 0
- Local average
- 0.57
Repeated topics
Topics that appeared in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. They may reveal a pattern worth examining.
No repeated topics found
The available reports do not show the same violation topic appearing in more than one inspection during the last 36 months. Review the inspection history below for any one-time violations or report details.
Inspection history
Available inspection history. Select a violation topic for more info.
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
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No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [April 2024 distracted was not completed.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Inspector notes
- April 2024 distracted adult parent acknowledgements were not completed. This document needs to be completed by 6/13/24 in order to continue with the renewal process. Director stated will have done on today during parent pickup.
- Correction status
- Due by June 13, 2024
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
No recorded violations in this report
Higher concern: Supervision
- Report finding
- Child care personnel were not within sight and hearing of all the children during nap time. CCF Handbook, Section 2.4.2 (Section 5, number 5) General Requirements [SR]
- Correction / follow-up note
- Upon the Inspector arrival at the facility in the parking lot staff personnel were observed outside and both of the (2) the Director and Owner returned back inside of the facility. Once inside of the facility the Inspector informed the Director that the children can not be left inside of the classrooms by themselves and the two were observed leaving from the table outdoor shaded area in the parking lot and walking back into the side door of the building. This violation was corrected by the staff returning back inside of the building to their classrooms.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- GENERAL REQUIREMENTS - 04 - Supervision
- Official code
- 04-05
Low concern: Recordkeeping
- Report finding
- The facility did not maintain documentation that the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of each child were provided information regarding the potential for distracted adults to fail to drop off a child and leave them in the car annually during the months of April and September in that [No April 2023 parent acknowledgement for the Distracted Adult brochures.]. CCF Handbook, Section 7.3, C.5.
- Report comments
- The facility did not have the required April 2023 Distracted Adult brochure parent acknowledgements. This document must be received in Licensing office by the stated due date or prior.
- Correction status
- Due by June 11, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 43 - Enrollment Information
- Official code
- 43-10
Higher concern: Background screening
- Report finding
- Background screening was not completed: [ every five years after the initial screening.] CCF Handbook, Section 5.2 (Section 19.5, number 1) Record Keeping [SR]
- Inspector notes
- Teacher present did not have the required (5) year Background screening completed. Prints expired on 4/11/23 and need to be scheduled. Inspector informed the Director and Owner that was present of the expiration date. Teacher can return back to the facility after receiving the eligible prints. See supplemental.
- Correction status
- Due by May 21, 2023
More details
- Report section
- RECORD KEEPING - 45 - Background Screening Documents
- Official code
- 45-07
Low concern: Administrative posting
- Report finding
- The facility's menu was not [ was not dated]. CCF Handbook, Section 3.9.3, H
- Inspector notes
- Technical assistance provided with the Director regarding the menu's. Menu observed not dated in the kitchen bulletin area and on the outside of the kitchen wall. Director dated the menu's during the inspection.
- Correction status
- Completed at time of inspection
More details
- Report section
- FOOD AND NUTRITION - 26 - Meal and Snack Menus
- Official code
- 26-01
Questions to ask
Suggested questions for parents based on recorded violations in inspection reports. If there are not enough source-backed violations, you will see general questions for daycare.
Finding-specific
Could you describe your current process for ensuring all staff members have up-to-date background screenings?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Public records from a 2023 inspection show a finding regarding an expired background screening for a staff member. This question helps parents understand how the facility tracks and maintains these important records for all personnel.
Related violations
Finding-specific
What steps do you take to ensure that children are always supervised by staff, especially during transitions or when staff might be moving between areas?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- An official inspection report from 2023 noted a concern regarding staff supervision of children. This question allows the director to explain the current supervision protocols that keep children in sight and hearing at all times.
- Context
- The finding was corrected at the time of the inspection.
Related violations
Finding-specific
How do you ensure that all required parent acknowledgments and safety information are distributed and documented for every family?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Available inspection records from 2023 and 2024 show instances where documentation for parent information was missing. This question helps parents understand how the center manages these administrative requirements to keep families informed.
Related violations
General question
What is your daily routine for communicating with parents about classroom activities and any changes to the schedule?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Consistent communication is key to a strong partnership between families and childcare providers. Learning about these routines helps parents feel confident in how they will stay informed about their child's day.
General question
How do you handle staff training to ensure everyone is familiar with the center's safety and operational policies?
Why ask this
- Why ask this
- Understanding how staff are prepared and trained provides insight into the center's commitment to maintaining a professional and attentive environment. This helps parents gauge the focus on ongoing staff development.